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The Art of the Humblebrag

The Art of the Humblebrag

An unapologetic look at tooting one’s own horn and why I’m compelled do it

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Feb 01, 2025
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Typically, the act of bragging about oneself, especially when done under the guise of humility, is frowned upon in polite society. Such an offense is commonly known as a “humblebrag.” Merriam-Webster defines the humblebrag as “a seemingly modest, self-critical, or casual statement or reference meant to draw attention to one's admirable or impressive qu…

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